Would you like to organize an event open to everyone at Oodi? The aim of the open events is to create a culture of reading for people of all ages and to defend democracy, freedom of speech and a sustainable society.
Oodi welcomes small and large event organizers, private citizens and associations alike. We offer accessible venues for a wide range of events equipped with various technologies. Organizing an event that can be interpreted as a public event at Oodi always requires a permit for the use of the facilities granted by Oodi.
The application period is open from the 15th of October to the 15th of December 2025. During that time applications can be sent for events to be held in 2026.
The theme for 2026 is Hope in hard times. We are living through hard times: the challenges presented by increasing social inequality and financial cuts as well as the environmental crisis and the polarization of public debate. There is a need for perspectives and actions of hope. We will prioritize proposals from applicants whose operating conditions have weakened.
Events selected through the open call are primarily held in Oodi on weekday nights and weekends. The events cannot have a registration or admission fee. We do not pay performance fees. There is no charge for the use of the event space. If you have any questions, contact us by email: oodi.tapahtumat@hel.fi.
Send us your event proposal through the application form.
For literary and music events, please contact oodi.aikuiset@hel.fi
For children’s events, please contact oodi.lapsetjanuoret@hel.fi
For music events, please contact oodi.tapahtumat@hel.fi